CEM 490 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
WITH SOLUTIONS 2024
What is the overriding general principle to consider when evaluating the decision to Go/No-go on a
project opportunity? - ANSWER Risk Management is the umbrella of consideration
What are the adverse repercussions of poor risk management practices? - ANSWER o Safety
o Reputation
o Employee Retention/Loss of Morale
o Legal
o Financial (Short term and/or Long term)
What eleven key factors should influence your decision to Go/No-go on a project opportunity? -
ANSWER Right Price
Right Schedule
Good Owner
Good CM
Good Execution
Staff/Resources
Good Contract
Contract Documents (Plans & Specs)
Location of Project
Niche Market
Good Subcontractors
3. Design Management initial phase is Conceptual Drawings- What are the 3 following design phases
prior to Building Permit? - ANSWER Schematic Drawings
Design Development Drawings
Construction Drawings
, On a design-build project, list the key milestones/categories (minimum 35 activities) under the two main
categories (Design & Permitting and Construction) that a preliminary overview schedule should include. -
ANSWER Design & Permitting
Conceptual Design
Owner Approval
Schematic Design
Owner Approval
Design Development
Owner Approval
Construction Documents
Owner Approval
GMP Approval
Plan Check
Building Permit
Construction
Mobilization
Site Security and Temporary Utilities
SWPPPS (Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan)
Submittals
Mockups
Clear and Grub and Demolition Complete
Start / Finish Earthwork
Start/Finish Underground Utilities
Start / Finish Foundations
Start / Finish Structure
Building Dry-In (Roof)
Building Dry-In (Skin)
Framing and Drywall
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